by Nicholas Bownd
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Godly and Fruitful Sermons Upon Part of the 20th Psalm
Nicholas Bownd's Medicines for the Plague is a collection of godly and fruitful sermons drawn from Psalm 20, offering both theological reflection and pastoral encouragement during times of widespread affliction. Preached during a season of national plague, Bownd draws from Scripture to provide spiritual remedies for the soul, pointing readers to the sovereignty, goodness, and faithfulness of God in the face of suffering. His work highlights how trials, such as the plague, serve as divine calls to repentance, faith, and renewed trust in God's providence.
Bownd carefully expounds the truths of God’s care and mercy, urging believers to turn to Him in prayer, humility, and trust during seasons of calamity. The sermons emphasize the importance of seeking the Lord not only for physical deliverance but for spiritual healing, encouraging readers to anchor themselves in God's promises. His words resonate with a timeless clarity, showing how personal and communal trials should drive God's people toward deeper dependence on His grace. The work also addresses themes of intercessory prayer, the hope of eternal life, and the sustaining power of the Word of God during times of fear and uncertainty.
What makes Medicines for the Plague particularly valuable today is its blend of rich biblical theology and practical application. Bownd's pastoral heart is evident throughout, as he speaks tenderly to the fearful and the afflicted, offering hope not only for temporal relief but for eternal security in Christ. His reflections are ideal for personal devotion, pastoral ministry, and those seeking to understand how the Christian faith brings comfort in suffering.
About the Author:
Nicholas Bownd (1551–1613). While Bownd was a conforming minister within the Church of England, his theological views and pastoral approach place him firmly within the Puritan tradition. He was a preacher and theologian best known for his writings on the Christian life, particularly The True Doctrine of the Sabbath. Bownd was committed to sound biblical teaching and the spiritual care of his congregation. His works reflect a profound grasp of Scripture and a heart burdened for the spiritual well-being of the church. Medicines for the Plague stands as a powerful example of how Puritan preaching addressed both the mind and heart, calling believers to trust in Christ amidst life's trials.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
PREF. I. To the Right Worshipful
PREF. II. To the Godly and Christian Reader.
1. SERM. I. To Him that Excelleth.
2. SERM. II. To Him that Excelleth.
3. SERM. III. Upon the First Verse.
4. SERM. IV. Upon the First Verse.
5. SERM. V. Upon the First Verse.
6. SERM. VI. Upon the First Verse.
7. SERM. VII. Upon the First & Second Verse.
8. SERM. VIII. Upon the Second Verse.
9. SERM. IX. Upon the Third Verse.
10. SERM. X. Upon the Third Verse.
11. SERM. XI. Upon the Third Verse.
12. SERM. XII. Upon the Fourth Verse.
13. SERM. XIII. Upon the Fourth Verse.
14. SERM. XIV. Upon the Fourth Verse.
15. SERM. XV. Upon the Fifth Verse.
16. SERM. XVI. Upon the Fifth Verse.
17. SERM. XVII. Upon the Fifth Verse.
18. SERM. XVIII. Upon the Sixth Verse.
19. SERM. XIX. Upon the Sixth Verse.
20. SERM. XX. Upon the Sixth Verse.
21. SERM. XXI. Upon the Sixth Verse.
22. APPENDIX. Scripture References.